Page 1 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Instrument panel overview DView A 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Side vents 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Personal lights 6. Electric moon roof switches and personal light 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9.
Page 3 12. Power outlet (12 VDC) or cigarette lighter 13. Ignition switch 14. Cruise control switch 15. Tilt steering lock release lever 16. “TRAC OFF” (traction control system off) switch 17. Engine immobilizer system/Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system indicator light 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 4 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 18. Tire pressure warning system reset switch 19. Glass hatch opener switch 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 5 11. Power outlet (12 VDC) or cigarette lighter 12. Ignition switch 13. Cruise control switch 14. Tilt steering lock release lever 15. “TRAC OFF” (traction control system off) switch 16. Engine immobilizer system/Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system indicator light 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 6 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 17. Tire pressure warning system reset switch 18. Glass hatch opener switch 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 7 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Instrument cluster overview 1. Tachometer 4. Fuel gauge 7. Trip meter reset knob 2. Service reminder indicators and 5. Low fuel level warning light 8. Odometer, two trip meters and outside indicator lights temperature display 6. Engine coolant temperature gauge 3.
Page 8 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Brake system warning light Anti- lock brake system warning light Driver’s seat belt reminder light Open door warning light SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Vehicle stability control system/traction control system warning light Discharge warning light Low tire pressure warning light...
Page 9 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Headlight low beam indicator light Tail light indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light Turn signal indicator lights Overdrive- off indicator light Slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light Cruise control indicator light : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
..........Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP) .
Page 12: Keys
When using a key containing a trans- 1. Master keys (black)—These keys work ponder chip, observe the following in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will precautions: need one of them to make a new key with a built- in transponder chip.
Page 13 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight.
Page 14: Engine Immobilizer System
If you should lose your keys or if you hicle. The engine will start only when need additional keys, duplicates can be the electronic code in the chip corre- made by a Toyota dealer using the key sponds to the registered ID code for number. the vehicle.
Page 15 For vehicles sold in Canada indicator light will go off. This device complies with RSS- 210 of For your Toyota dealer to make you a Industry Canada. Operation is subject to new key with built- in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number the following two conditions: and master key.
Page 16: Wireless Remote Control
If you lose your transmitter, contact your Do not leave the transmitter in places Toyota dealer as soon as possible to where the temperature becomes high avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- 1. “LOCK” switch such as on the dashboard.
Page 17 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Locking and unlocking doors To lock and unlock all the side doors You have 30 seconds to open a door after and back door, push the switches of using the wireless remote unlock feature. the transmitter slowly and securely. If a door is not opened by then, all the side doors and back door will be automati- To lock: Push the “LOCK”...
Page 18 See “Glass hatch” on page 27 in this equivalent type recommended by a vehicle. Section. Toyota dealer. The alarm will last for one minute. To stop z Dispose of used batteries according alarm midway, do the following: to the local laws.
Page 19 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the 2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat- 3. Put in a new transmitter battery with transmitter case. tery. positive (+) side up. Close the transmitter case securely. NOTICE NOTICE Do not bend the terminals.
Page 20: Side Doors
97 in Section 1- 5.) transmitter operates properly. If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn To lock: Turn the key forward.
Page 21 Do not pull the inside handle of the front doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle. Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door.
Page 22 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH Unlock the driver’s door or front pas- POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH senger’s door with inside lock knob, and then unlock all the side Push the switch. doors and back door with the power To lock: Push the switch down on the door lock switch.
Page 23 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Automatic door locking and unlocking functions (vehicles with automatic transmission) You can select the following modes of Mode 4—Automatic locking and un- CAUTION the automatic locking and unlocking locking linked with the shift position functions. The initial mode is mode 1. and ignition switch Before driving, be sure that the doors Mode...
Page 24: Power Windows
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Power windows 4. Within 5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, push and hold the power door lock switch on the front side for about 5 seconds. 5. The interior light will flash to indicate that the mode has been changed.
Page 25 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Window lock CAUTION switch To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Before you close the power win- dows, always make sure there is nobody around the power windows. must also make sure heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside...
Page 26: Back Door
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Back door Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave your vehicle. Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and trapped in a window.
Page 27: Glass Hatch
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Glass hatch CAUTION Keep the back door and glass hatch closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. NOTICE To prevent damage to the back door and glass hatch dampers, do not ap- ply any force, paint or let any other OPENING...
Page 28: Toyota Vehicle Intrusion Protection System (Tvip)
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP) If you do either of the followings, the CLOSING THE GLASS HATCH glass hatch cannot be opened with the Lower the glass hatch and push the glass hatch opener switch.
Page 29 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 4. Lock all the side doors and back door Any of the side doors, back door or with the key or wireless remote control glass hatch are forcibly opened. transmitter. At this time, the TVIP indi- The alarm will activate when the back cator light comes on.
Page 30: Hood
(For rear side doors, unlock and ly while driving and an accident may then open the doors in step 3.) occur. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 31: Fuel Tank Cap
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Fuel tank cap CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body. NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood.
Page 32 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn 3. The removed cap can be stored on lever up. the cap counterclockwise by 90 de- the back side of the fuel filler door. grees (to the pressure point 1), and When refueling, turn off the engine.
Page 33: Electric Moon Roof
To open: Push the switch on the rear The indicator lamp goes off after driving side. several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as The sun shade will be opened together soon as possible. with the roof.
Page 34 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, To avoid serious personal injury, you especially with the ignition key still must do the following. inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the moon roof switches and get While the vehicle is moving, always trapped in the roof opening.
Page 35 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ............Front seats .
Page 36: Seats
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 37 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seat Front seats (with SRS side airbags) CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may The SRS front passenger airbag also The SRS side airbags are installed in unexpectedly move and cause the deploys with considerable force, and the driver and front passenger seats.
Page 38 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Adjusting front seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER While adjusting the seat, do not put Hold the center of the lever and pull it your hands under the seat or near up. Then slide the seat to the desired the moving parts.
Page 39 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Fold- down front passenger’s seat CAUTION Avoid reclining seatback more than needed. The seat belts pro- vide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply re- straint forces directly to the abdomen...
Page 40: Fold- Down Rear Seat
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Fold- down rear seat CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, make sure the seat- back is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent seat belt from operating prop- erly.
Page 41: Head Restraints
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Head restraints CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow- ing precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sud- den stop: Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback and that the red mark at the button on the top of the seatback cannot...
Page 42: Seat Belts
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions For your safety and comfort, adjust the Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow any children to stand up or head restraint before driving. passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats.
Page 43 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Fastening front and rear seat belts CAUTION Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that Persons should ride in their seats they do not get caught or pinched properly wearing their seat belts in the seat or doors.
Page 44 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
Page 45 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injures in a collision.
Page 46 If the indicator light indi- Please contact your local Toyota dealer to cates “OFF”, disconnect the extend- order the proper required length for the er tongue from the seat belt buckle, extender.
Page 47 When releasing the seat belt, press on normally, immediately contact your the buckle release button on the extender, Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat not on the seat belt. This helps prevent until the seat belt is fixed, because...
Page 48 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Seat belt pretensioners The front passenger’s seat belt pretension- er will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passenger occupant classification system. However, the front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner may activate if lug- gage is put on the seat, or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of an occupant in the seat.
Page 49 Repairs made on or near the front result in death or serious injury. Con- fenders, front end structure or con- sult your Toyota dealer about any re- sole pair and modification. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 50: Srs Airbags
107 in Section 1- 6.) If any of the following conditions occurs, In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- this indicates a malfunction of the airbags...
Page 51 (As for the The driver and front passenger can child restraint system. Toyota front passenger occupant classification be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- system, see “—Front passenger occupant...
Page 52 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) The SRS front airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) colli- sions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the ve- Hitting a curb, edge Falling into or hicle exceeds the designed threshold Collision from the rear of pavement or jumping over...
Page 53 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 8. Driver’s seat position sensor Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must 9. Airbag sensor assembly inflate with considerable force. While the 10. Airbag module for driver system is designed to reduce serious inju- (airbag and inflator) ries, primarily to the head and chest, it The airbag sensor assembly consists of a...
Page 54 All vehicle occupants be properly Do not sit on the edge of the seat Toyota strongly recommends that all restrained using the available seat or lean against the dashboard when infants and children be placed in belts.
Page 55 Toyota dealer. It may dan- z Repairs made on or near the front force of the deploying airbags. Like- gerously interfere with the SRS front...
Page 56 107 in Section 1- 6.) If any of the following conditions occurs, This indicator comes on when the igni- In the following cases, contact your Toyota this indicates a malfunction of the airbags tion key is turned to the “ON” position.
Page 57 Do not disconnect the battery cables reduce injury by inflating. The SRS side before contacting your Toyota dealer. airbags help reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front passenger’s chest and the SRS curtain shield airbags help reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s, front pas-...
Page 58 Toyota ger seat belt systems. To ensure the child restraint system. It is dan- strongly recommends that all in- maximum protection in an accident,...
Page 59 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Collision from the rear Collision from the front Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbag and curtain shield The SRS side airbags and curtain shield The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may not activate if the airbags are not generally designed to airbag system consists mainly of the fol- vehicle is subjected to a collision from...
Page 60 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 8. Front passenger’s seat belt buckle Deployment of the airbags happens in a switch fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the 9. Airbag sensor assembly system is designed to reduce serious inju- The SRS side airbag and curtain shield ries, it may also cause minor burns or airbag system is controlled by the airbag...
Page 61 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not allow anyone to kneel on Do not allow anyone to get his/her head closer to the area where the the passenger seat, facing the pas- head hands windows side airbag and curtain shield air- senger’s side door, since the side...
Page 62 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Do not hook a hanger, heavy or sharp pointed objects on the coat hook. If the curtain shield airbag inflates, those items will be thrown away with great force or the curtain shield airbag may not activate cor- rectly, resulting in death or serious injury.
Page 63 Modification of the side structure of tion key is turned to the “ON” position. sult your Toyota dealer. It may dan- It goes off after about 6 seconds. This the passenger compartment gerously interfere with the SRS front...
Page 64 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) This warning light system monitors the In the following cases, contact your Toyota airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- dealer as soon as possible: sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen- Any of the SRS side airbags and cur- sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv- tain shield airbags have been inflated.
Page 65 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Front passenger occupant classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front If the front passenger occupant classifica- passenger occupant classification sys- tion system determines that a person of tem. This system detects the conditions adult size sits in the front passenger seat 1—4 in the table on page 67 and based but the “OFF”...
Page 66 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) The front passenger occupant classifi- cation indicator light will indicate “ON” and “OFF” when the ignition key is turned “ON” position. After about four seconds, it will go off. After that, the front passenger occupant clas- sification system operates and judges whether to indicate “ON”...
Page 67 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected by Front Curtain shield Front Side airbag Front the front passenger passenger Front airbag in the SRS warning passenger’s on the front passenger’s occupant classification occupant...
Page 68 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Do not recline the front passenger Wear the seat belt properly. seatback so far that it touches a Make sure the front passenger’s To avoid potential death or serious rear seat. This cause seat belt tab has not been left in- injury when the front passenger occu- “OFF”...
Page 69: Child Restraint
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- When it is unavoidable to install the Toyota strongly urges use of propriate child restraint systems for forward- facing child restraint sys- proper child restraint system which children.
Page 70 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not use the seat belt extender child or baby must itself be properly should allowed when installing child restraint restrained on the seat with the lap por- installed on front passenger...
Page 71 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
Page 72 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Installation with seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION Do not install a child restraint sys- An infant seat must be used in rear- tem on the rear seat if it interferes facing position only. Never install a rear- facing child re- with the lock mechanism of the straint system on the front passen- front seats.
Page 73 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
Page 74 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
Page 75 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Install the child restraint system on the CAUTION front passenger seat only when it is un- avoidable. Your vehicle is equipped with a Push and pull the child restraint sys- front passenger occupant classification tem in different directions to be sure system.
Page 76 Remove the child restraint system and senger airbag and side airbag on occupant classification indicator contact your Toyota dealer. front passenger seat could light indicates “OFF”. In the event deploy.
Page 77 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Do not allow the child to lean his/ her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 78 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
Page 79 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 80 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Do not allow the child to lean his/ her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 81 Always make sure the shoulder belt child from death or serious injury. is positioned across the center of Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- child’s shoulder. The belt should be ately. install child kept away from child’s neck, but...
Page 82 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Using a top strap Anchor brackets Symbol 2. To remove the child restraint system, Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor brackets in the luggage press the buckle release button and restraint system that requires the use compartment to attach the top strap.
Page 83 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Open the lid of the anchor bracket. 3. Securely fasten the child restraint system with the seat belt. 1. Outside anchor brackets only— Remove the head restraint. Latch hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap.
Page 84 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 4. Outside anchor brackets only— Lower anchorages for the child restraint Replace the head restraint. systems complying with the FMVSS225 CMVSS210.2 specifications installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the clear- ance between the seat cushion and seat- back of both outside rear seats.
Page 85 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) For owners in Canada For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product. The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connec- CAUTION tor system. CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM When using the lower anchorages INSTALLATION...
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Page 87 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel ......... . . Outside rear view mirrors .
Page 88: Tilt Steering Wheel
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 89 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Power rear view mirror control NOTICE CAUTION If ice should jam the mirror, do not Do not adjust the mirror while the operate the control or scrape the mir- vehicle is moving. Doing so may ror face. Use a spray de- icer to free cause the driver to mishandle the ve- the mirror.
Page 90: Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Anti- glare inside rear view Auto anti- glare inside rear mirror view mirror CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 91: Sun Visors
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Sun visors— In automatic function mode, if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface darkens slightly to reduce the reflected light. To turn off the automatic function, push and release the “...
Page 92 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Vanity mirrors Driver’s side only—To use the vanity CAUTION mirror, open the cover. Do not slide the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover the anti- glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.
Page 93 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 94: Headlights And Turn Signals
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Headlights and turn signals HEADLIGHTS Daytime running light system (for the U.S.A.) To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. The daytime running light system can make it easier for others to see the front Position 1—Parking, tail, license plate, of your vehicle during the day.
Page 95 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Daytime running light system (for Canada) The daytime running light system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. This sys- tem can be helpful in many different driv- ing conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 96: Emergency Flashers
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 97: Front Fog Lights
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Interior/instrument panel light Front fog lights control ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM When the dial is in the door position, the light comes on when any side door, back door or glass hatch is opened. After all the side doors, back door and glass hatch are closed, the light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out.
Page 98: Personal Lights
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Personal lights Full intensity position Type A Type C INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the personal light, push the ment panel lights, turn the dial. switch. To turn the light off, push the Full intensity position: This position always switch once again.
Page 99: Windshield Wipers And Washer
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Windshield wipers and washer This function will be cancelled when you With interval adjuster: The “INT” band lets turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi- you adjust the wiping time interval when tion. the wiper lever is in the intermittent posi- tion (position 1).
Page 100: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger NOTICE Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass. Without navigation system To turn on the rear window wiper, twist the lever knob upward.
Page 101 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) To defog or defrost the rear window, push the switch. The key must be in the “ON” position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the window surface. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating.
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Page 103 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 104: Fuel Gauge
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does Low fuel level not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as warning light soon as possible. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the fuel gauge returns to “E”...
Page 105: Tachometer
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tachometer Your vehicle may overheat during severe NOTICE operating conditions, such as: Do not let the indicator needle get Driving up a long hill on a hot day. into the red zone. This may cause Reducing speed or stopping after high severe engine damage.
Page 106: Odometer And Two Trip Meters
If “- - ” appears the last time each trip meter was set on the display, contact your Toyota dealer. to zero. There may be a case that “- - ” appears...
Page 107: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
Page 108 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Close all side doors, back door and glass hatch. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
Page 109 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Key reminder buzzer Remove key. Turn off lights. Light reminder buzzer 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 110 Toyota dealer in the following cases: The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the igni- warning light.
Page 111 Call a followings. Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for Empty fuel tank assistance. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.
Page 112 Have your vehicle the tank as soon as possible. These cases are temporary malfunctions. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as The malfunction indicator lamp will go off On inclines or curves, due to the move- possible.
Page 113 Contact your the warning light system. Contact your is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to Toyota dealer as soon as possible to lock brake system and the brake assist service the vehicle.
Page 114 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) (i) Open Door Warning Light If either of the following conditions occurs, In the following cases, contact your Toyota this indicates a malfunction somewhere in dealer: This light remains on until all the side the parts monitored by the warning light...
Page 115 When you drive for about 7200 km (4500 2. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” posi- checked at your Toyota dealer. miles) after the engine oil replacement, tion while holding down the trip meter...
Page 116 The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 117 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ......Automatic transmission .
Page 118: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Ignition switch with steering lock “ON”—Engine on and all accessories When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the “LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all This is the normal driving position. the way in, and then rock the steering It is not a malfunction even if the needle wheel slightly while turning the key gently.
Page 119: Automatic Transmission
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Automatic transmission Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of Lock release button Selector lever incorrect operation. This means you can To prevent misshifting only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
Page 120 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Vehicles with cruise control—When the CAUTION cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and Never put your foot on the accelera- releasing overdrive switch, engine tor pedal while shifting. braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled.
Page 121 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Shift into the “L” position. The trans- (e) Using “2” and “L” positions z Do not continue hill climbing or mission will downshift to first gear The “2” and “L” positions are used for hard towing for a long time in the when the vehicle speed drops down to strong engine braking as described pre- “2”...
Page 122: Manual Transmission
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Manual transmission (g) Parking CAUTION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal pressed down, Always keep your foot on the brake fully depress the parking brake pedal pedal while stopped with the engine to apply the parking brake securely.
Page 123 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) The shift pattern is as shown above. Recommended shifting speeds Maximum allowable speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and To get on a highway or to pass slower CAUTION upshifting or downshifting is easy. traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- essary.
Page 124: Traction Control System
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Traction control system Good driving practice The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of front If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put wheels when the vehicle is started or the transmission in neutral, release the accelerated on slippery road surfaces.
Page 125 “TRAC OFF” switch to turn off functioning properly. the traction control system. The slip indicator light/traction control sys- In the following cases, contact your Toyota tem off indicator light comes on for a few dealer: seconds when the ignition key is turned The indicator light does not come on to “ON”.
Page 126: Vehicle Stability Control System
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Vehicle stability control system In the following cases, contact your Toyota vehicle stability control system dealer: helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti- lock brake sys- The warning light does not come on tem, traction control, engine control, after the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
Page 127 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) In the following cases, contact your Toyota CAUTION dealer: The indicator light does not come on Do not rely excessively on the ve- when the ignition key is turned “ON”. hicle stability control system. Even The indicator light remains on after the if the vehicle stability control sys- ignition is turned on.
Page 128: Tire Pressure Warning System
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tire pressure warning system In the following cases, contact your Toyota The tire pressure warning system is de- dealer: signed to provide warning when tire inflation pressure of any one of the The warning light does not come on tires is critically low while the vehicle after the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
Page 129 The low tire pressure warning system may mph), and the driving duration is less If the low tire pressure warning light be malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota than 5 minutes. comes on or blinks while driving, do dealer. The tires differ in tread pattern or the following.
Page 130 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) The loading is over the limit or imbal- Note: The tire pressure monitoring anced. system on your vehicle will warn you Initialization was not performed correct- when one of your tires is significantly ly after replacing or rotating tires or under- inflated and when some com- wheels.
Page 131 1. Park the vehicle at a safe place and ing system checked at your Toyota dealer. apply the parking brake. Stop the en- gine. When the warning light blinks once every three seconds while driving, you may be 2.
Page 132: Parking Brake
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Parking brake Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off To set: Pull up the lever.
Page 133 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control on, do not shift to neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as this...
Page 134 If you use the brake comes on. RESETTING TO A FASTER SPEED pedal, cruise control is cancelled. If this is the case, contact your Toyota Push the lever up in the “+ RES” direction RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
Page 135 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 136 Reference —Some basics This Section describes some of the basic Tone features on Toyota audio systems. Some How good an audio program sounds to information may not pertain to your sys- you is largely determined by the mix of tem.
Page 137 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1) When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. NOTICE Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player.
Page 138 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Controls and features DType 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 139 DISC (Compact disc) If the malfunction still exists, take your (Reverse/Fast- forward button) vehicle to your Toyota dealer. Push the “DISC” button to play a compact Push and hold “ ” (preset button 6) or disc.
Page 140 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) DISC RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) With compact disc changer only— There are two random features—you can There are two repeat features—you can either listen to the tracks on one compact either replay a disc track or a whole com- Use these buttons to select a disc you disc in random order, or listen to the pact disc.
Page 141 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SCAN Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on In the seek mode, the radio finds and scan the first tracks of all the discs in the a band or scan only the preset stations plays the next station up or down the...
Page 142 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) TEXT This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text data. To change the display, quickly push and release the “TEXT” button while the com- pact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title track...
Page 143 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) DType 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 144 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) To eject all discs at a time, press and TRE: Adjusts high- pitched tones. The dis- hold the eject button until you hear a play ranges from -5 to 5. These buttons are used to preset and beep.
Page 145 If the malfunction still exists, take your If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter disc in random order, or listen to the vehicle to your Toyota dealer. will close after 15 seconds. tracks on all the compact discs in the magazine in random order.
Page 146 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) RPT (Repeat) SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
Page 147 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track up/down) TEXT Compact disc player Radio Radio This button is used to change the display for the compact disc that contains text In the seek mode, the radio finds and This button is operational only in RDS data.
Page 148 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Car audio system operating hints After the traffic announcement program is RELIGION NOTICE over, the display returns to the previous MISC (Miscellaneous) mode. To ensure correct audio system op- ALERT (Emergency message) erations: If no traffic program station is found, “NO To seek or scan for the same type of TRAF INFO”...
Page 149 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Here are some common reception prob- CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC lems that probably do not indicate a prob- PLAYER AND DISCS Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by lem with your radio: the upper atmosphere–especially at night. The player is intended for use with 12 These reflected signals can interfere with cm (4.7 in.) discs only.
Page 150 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Special shaped discs Low quality discs Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player. Copy- protected CD CD- R (CD- Recordable) CD- RW (CD- Re- writable) CD- ROM Transparent/translucent discs Labeled discs...
Page 151 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) NOTICE Do not use special shaped, transpar- ent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the il- lustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the disc.
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Page 153 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .
Page 154: Controls
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Controls DWithout navigation system 1. “A/C” button (on some models) 2. Air flow selector 3. Fan speed selector 4. Temperature selector 5. Air intake selector 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 155 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) DWith navigation system 1. “A/C” button (on some models) 2. Air flow selector 3. Fan speed selector 4. Temperature selector 5. Air intake selector 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 156 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Fan speed selector In this position, air intake selector mode changes to FRESH automatically Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to to clean up the front view quickly. It is the right to increase, to the left to de- not possible to return to RECIRCULATE crease.
Page 157 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) “A/C” button (on some models) To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1.
Page 158: Air Flow Selector Settings
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Air flow selector settings Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 159 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
Page 160: Instrument Panel Vents
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Instrument panel vents Defogging Defrosting Open The inside of the windshield The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Close Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards WARM...
Page 161: Checking And Replacing The Air Conditioning Filter
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter (on some models) You can change air flow direction by turn- The air conditioning filter information The air conditioning filter is behind the ing the instrument panel vents. label is placed inside of the glove box glove box.
Page 162 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 1. Open the glove box. Remove the 2. Push in each side of the glove box 3. Remove the filter cover as shown in screw with a Phillips- head screw- to disconnect the claws. the illustration. driver and slide off the damper as shown.
Page 163 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 4. Remove the filter from the filter out- When installing the filter in the filter let. Inspect the filter on the surface. outlet, keep the arrow pointing up. If it is dirty, it should be replaced. INFORMATION The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position.
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Page 165 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Cigarette lighter and portable ashtray .
Page 166: Clock
After using the ashtray, close the lid completely. When instrument panel lights Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or turned on, the brightness of the time indi- To remove the ashtray, pull it out from the equivalent for replacement. cator will be reduced. front cup holder.
Page 167: Power Outlets (12 Vdc)
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Power outlets (12 VDC) The power outlets are designed for CAUTION power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” To reduce the chance of injury in position for the power outlets to be used. case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close NOTICE...
Page 168: Power Outlet (115 Vac)
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Power outlet (115 VAC) z Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting anything other than an appropriate plug that fits the outlet may cause electrical failure or short circuits. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances even though their power consumption is un-...
Page 169: Compass
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Compass The compass indicates the direction The vehicle is in a place where the that the vehicle is heading. In the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- above case, it shows that the vehicle is terference by artificial magnetic fields heading north.
Page 170 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Compass sensor CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation calibration) The compass sensor is in the inside The direction display on the compass rear view mirror. deviates from the true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The NOTICE angle of deviation varies according to the Do not put magnets or a metal object...
Page 171 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) After calibration, leaving the system for Samoa: 5 Guam: Saipan: several seconds returns it to the compass mode. CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 172 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in-...
Page 173: Glove Box
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Glove box Auxiliary box (type A) CAUTION When doing the circling calibration, be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and ve- hicles in the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.
Page 174: Rear Console Box
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Auxiliary box (type B) Auxiliary box (type C) Rear console box (type A) To use the box, push the lid. To use the box, push the knob. To access the rear console box, pull up the lock release lever while raising the To remove the auxiliary box, open the box rear console box lid.
Page 175 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Rear console box (type B) UPPER TRAY To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box lid without touching the lock release lever. CONSOLE BOX To access the rear console box, pull up the lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid.
Page 176: Cup Holders
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Cup holders Seatback tables The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink- cans securely. Rear cup holder—To use the holder, pull it out. CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink- cans in the cup holder, such items...
Page 177: Luggage Storage Boxes
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Luggage storage boxes You can use the front passenger’s seat- To open the luggage storage box, turn back and rear right side seatback as a the knobs to the “UNLOCK” position temporary table only when the vehicle and open the lid.
Page 178: Tie- Down Hooks And Tire Tie- Down Belts
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tie- down hooks and tire tie- down belts Rear luggage storage box— Keep the hook stored in its original posi- To secure your luggage, use the tie- tion as shown when it is not in use. down hooks as shown above.
Page 179: Luggage Deck Rails
To use the tire tie- down belts, do as To use the luggage deck rails, you When the rear seats are folded shown in the illustration. must install genuine Toyota accessories down, they are not locked into or their equivalent for the deck rails.
Page 180: Luggage Cover
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Luggage cover To use the luggage cover: 1. Attach the left side hooks of the lug- gage cover to the left side upper tie- down hooks. 2. Attach the right side hooks of the luggage cover to the right side up- per tie- down hooks.
Page 181: Floor Mat
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION If the floor carpet and floor mat have two holes, then it is designed for use with two Make sure the floor mat is properly locking clips.
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Page 183 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Break- in period ..........
Page 184: Break- In Period
Number 91) or higher. To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. 2ZZ- GE engine— your vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with un-...
Page 185 If you els. In the U.S., category 3 or 4 has Toyota, be sure that it has an octane continue to have unacceptable driveability, been adopted. The WWFC improves air rating no lower than 87.
Page 186: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Fuel pump shut off system Operation in foreign countries The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country...
Page 187: Three- Way Catalytic Converters
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Three- way catalytic converters CAUTION Keep people and combustible mate- rials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot. Do not drive, idle or park your ve- hicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags.
Page 188: Engine Exhaust Cautions
Remember, your Toyota time needed to drive the vehicle in dealer knows your vehicle and its or out. The exhaust gases cannot...
Page 189: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption
It is normal that an engine should con- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil A new engine consumes more oil, since sume some engine oil during normal level be checked every time you refuel its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls engine operation.
Page 190: Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Iridium- tipped spark plugs Brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system CAUTION is a hydraulic system with two separate sub- systems. If either sub- system should Do not pump the brake pedal if the fail, the other will still work. However, the engine stalls.
Page 191 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) When the anti- lock brake system is ac- Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION tivated, the following conditions may pedal: When the anti- lock brake system occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- function is in action, you may feel the overestimate anti- lock tion of the system:...
Page 192 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) “ABS” warning light Driving with tire chains installed. Vehicles without vehicle stability control Driving over the steps such as the system— joints on the road. The light comes on when the ignition key Driving on roads where the road is turned to the “ON”...
Page 193 Contact your the warning light system. Contact your is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to Toyota dealer as soon as possible to lock brake system and the brake assist service the vehicle.
Page 194: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
This type of brake system needs bedding- down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- ding- down. BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (vehicles with vehicle stability control system)
Page 195: Your Toyota's Identification
This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. 2ZZ- GE engine 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 196: Theft Prevention Labels
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Suspension and chassis The engine number is stamped on the Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION engine block as shown. tion labels which are approximately 47 mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
Page 197: Tire Information
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tire information— —Tire symbols (standard tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” on page 201. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 200. 3.
Page 198 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 7. Radial tire or bias- ply tires—A 11. Summer tire or all season radial tire has “RADIAL” on the tire—An all season tire has “M+S” sidewall. A tire not marked with on the sidewall. The tire not “RADIAL”...
Page 199 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Tire symbols (compact spare tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 200. 2. “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”—A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”...
Page 200 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 6. Radial tires or bias- ply tires—A The “DOT” symbol certifies that the radial tire has “RADIAL” on the tire conforms to applicable Federal sidewall. A tire not marked with Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Page 201 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Tire size This illustration indicates typical tire size. 1. Tire (P=Passenger car, T=Temporary use) 2. Section width (in millimeters) 3. Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) 4. Tire construction code (R=Radial, D=Diagonal) 5. Wheel diameter (in inches) 6.
Page 202 For ex- the purchasers and/or prospective ample, a tire graded 150 would wear purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1- 1/2) times as well formation on uniform tire quality grad- on the government course as a tire ing.
Page 203 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Traction AA, A, B, C—The traction Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- grades, from highest to lowest, are ture grades are A (the highest), B, AA, A, B, and C, and they represent and C, representing the tire’s resis- the tire’s ability to stop on wet pave- tance to the generation of heat and ment as measured under controlled...
Page 204 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power Accessory weight windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory- installed equipment (whether installed or not) tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 Cold tire inflation pressure...
Page 205 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tire related term Meaning 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second Normal occupant weight column of Table 1 that follows distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table Occupant distribution 1 that follows the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing...
Page 206 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tire related term Meaning the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle Vehicle normal load on the tire its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire...
Page 207: Vehicle Load Limits
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Cargo and luggage— Vehicle load limits —Stowage precautions Vehicle load limits include total load Towing capacity: When stowing cargo and luggage in capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- 680 kg (1500 Ib.) the vehicle, observe the following: pacity and cargo capacity.
Page 208 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the to- D Do not place anything on the When the rear seatbacks are tal weight of the occupants. luggage cover. Such items may folded down— (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac- be thrown about and possibly To prevent cargo and lugga- ity) –...
Page 209 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 4. The resulting figure equals the 219 kg – 176 kg = 43 kg. available amount of cargo and lug- (484 lb. – 388 lb. = 96 lb.) gage load capacity. For example, As shown in the above example, if the if the “XXX”...
Page 210: Types Of Tires
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your All season tires, however, do not have CAUTION vehicle is originally equipped with. adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or 1. Summer tires Even if the total load of occu- loose snow.
Page 211 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 212: Before Starting The Engine
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- fore entering it.
Page 213: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
Other- work safely, pull to the side of the road wise the impact could cause severe and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. damage to the tires and/or wheels. When parking on a hill, turn the front...
Page 214: Four- Wheel Driving Tips
Do not attempt to go off- road in your whether the tires on your vehicle Observe the following tire instruc- Toyota. It is not designed for off- road are high- speed capability tires or tions. Otherwise, an accident may oc- use.
Page 215: Winter Driving Tips
NOTICE tected against freezing. cables. Do not use engine antifreeze or any Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of other substitute because it may dam- similar high quality ethylene glycol any battery, so it must be in top shape age your vehicle’s paint.
Page 216: Dinghy Towing
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Dinghy towing Dinghy towing (with automatic transmission) (with manual transmission) NOTICE Do not use window scraper or deicer when the plastic resin moon roof is heavily coated with frost or ice. The plastic resin moon roof is easily dam- aged.
Page 217: Trailer Towing
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or 1. Put the shift lever in neutral.
Page 218 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- The load on either the front or rear ent weight capacities established by axle resulting from distribution of the hitch manufacturer. Even though the gross vehicle weight on both the vehicle may be physically capa- axles must not exceed the Gross ble of towing a higher weight, the Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed...
Page 219 Toyota recommends trailers with designed for the total trailer weight. brakes that conform to any applica- Toyota does not recommend using a ble federal and state/provincial regu- weight distribution (load equalizing) lations. hitch. A safety chain must always be used...
Page 220 Check that your rear view mirrors con- Never tow a trailer without using a form to any applicable federal, state/ Toyota recommends that you do not safety chain securely attached to provincial or local regulations. If not, tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a both the trailer and the vehicle.
Page 221 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- Because of the added load of the trail- tion. If your vehicle has a manual versely affect handling of your vehicle er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat transmission, prevent excessive clutch and trailer, causing sway.
Page 222: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer When restarting out after parking on a Improving fuel economy is easy—just take Slow down and downshift before slope: it easy. It will help make your vehicle last descending steep or long downhill longer, too.
Page 223 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Avoid long engine idling. If you have Keep front wheels in proper CAUTION a long wait and you are not in traffic, alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and it is better to turn off the engine and slow down on rough roads.
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Page 225: In Case Of An Emergency
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 226: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
Have the key checked at your fire hazard. lease them. Then try starting the engine Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, with your foot off the accelerator pedal. there may be a malfunction in the immobi- If the engine turns over at its normal If the engine does not start after 15 se- lizer system.
Page 227 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, another vehicle, make sure the vehicles spark is brought near.
Page 228 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Positive terminal Discharged (“+” mark) battery Discharged battery Jumper Booster Jumper cable cable Positive terminal Booster Negative terminal battery (“+” mark) battery (“- ” mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c. Connect the clamp of the negative der a, b, c, d.
Page 229: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
“LOCK”, and try starting the engine vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle 7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover again. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as cloths—they may now contain sulfuric If the engine will not start, see “If your possible.
Page 230: If Your Vehicle Overheats
You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and...
Page 231: If You Have A Flat Tire
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually D Make sure to set the jack prop- CAUTION while driving in a straight line. erly in the jack point. Raising Move cautiously off the road to a When jacking, be sure to observe the vehicle with jack improper- safe place well away from the traf-...
Page 232 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) The compact spare tire can be used NOTICE many times, if necessary. It has tread life of up to 4800 km (3000 miles) de- Do not continue driving with a pending on road conditions and your deflated tire.
Page 233 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Required tools and spare tire D Replace the compact spare tire with the standard tire as soon as possible. D Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden deceleration and sharp turns with the compact spare tire. NOTICE Your ground clearance is re- duced when the compact spare 1.
Page 234 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Blocking the wheel The compact tire storage area is de- signed only for a compact spare tire. Standard size tires cannot be stored in this storage area. To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagonally op- posite the flat tire to keep the 1.
Page 235 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Removing wheel ornament (steel wheels) —Loosening wheel nuts CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious ac- cident. 3.
Page 236 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle Jack point guide 5. Position the jack at the correct With side mud guards—The jack point 6. After making sure that no one jack point as shown. guides are located under the side is in the vehicle, raise it high mud guards.
Page 237 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and Before putting on wheels, remove any change tires. corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such.
Page 238 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident.
Page 239 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Stowing flat tire 10.Restow all the tools and jack se- CAUTION curely in the luggage storage box. Then secure the flat tire in D When lowering the vehicle, the luggage compartment with make sure all portions of your the tire tie- down belts and tie- body and all other persons down hooks as follows.
Page 240 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Buckle 2. Put the flat tire on the rear luggage 3. Pass the belts through the center 4. Attach the other clips of the belts storage box lid with the outer side hole of the wheel as shown above. to the lower rear tie- down hooks.
Page 241 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —After changing wheels 5. Position the tire edge against the 11. Check the air pressure of the re- rear center end of the rear luggage placed tire. storage box lid. Then pull the ends Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- of the belts to secure the tire se- cation designated on page 306 in curely.
Page 242 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) After repairing the flat tire, change Initial adjustment of the tire pres- it with compact spare tire and rein- sure warning system is necessary stall the wheel ornament as fol- after you have replaced your tires lows.
Page 243: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) If your vehicle needs to be If your vehicle becomes stuck towed— If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, NOTICE (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it If you rock your vehicle, observe the —From front forward and backward.
Page 244 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) If towing is necessary, we recommend NOTICE (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Four- wheel drive models—When tow- —From front vice.
Page 245 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) TOWING PRECAUTIONS: NOTICE (c) Towing with sling Use a safety chain system for all towing, type truck Do not tow with the key removed or and abide by the state/provincial and local in the “LOCK” position when towing laws.
Page 246 If towing is necessary, we recommend towing eyelet and towing cable or you to have it done by your Toyota chain. The eyelet and towing cable or dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- chain may break and cause serious vice.
Page 247: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
Even if you lose only one key, contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If you lose all your master keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobi- lizer system must be replaced.
Page 248: If You Lose Your Wireless Remote Control Transmitter
Have the registered identification numbers of your transmitters deleted from your ve- hicle by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an accident. Then, have the identification number of your new transmitter registered.
Page 249: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 250 Now, it is up to be dry. to see all the mud and dirt. It will do you. Proper care of your Toyota can help more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause ensure long- term corrosion prevention.
Page 251 If any organic sub- the shields if they are recommended for Hand- washing your Toyota stances splashes an ornament, be sure to your area. Work in the shade and wait until the...
Page 252 To prevent damage to the antenna, your vehicle is re- painted and placed damage. in a high heat paint waxing booth. make sure it is removed before driv- ing your Toyota through an automatic High temperatures could damage the 3. Rinse thoroughly—dried soap car wash.
Page 253 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Cleaning the interior Vinyl interior Carpets CAUTION The vinyl upholstery may be easily Use a good foam- type shampoo to cleaned with a mild soap or detergent clean the carpets. Vehicles with side airbags: and water. Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove Be careful not to splash water or First vacuum over the upholstery to re-...
Page 254 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Windows z If you use a liquid car freshener, do NOTICE The windows may be cleaned with any not apply the liquid onto the ve- z If a stain should fail to come out household window cleaner. hicle’s interior surfaces.
Page 255 Improper cleaning of the leather up- holstery could result in discolor- ation or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
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Page 257 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 258: Maintenance Requirements
Simple instructions for how to per- or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See “Owner’s War- form them are presented on page 263 in pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 259: General Maintenance
Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- should investigate the cause or take your al information. ment” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Radiator, condenser and hoses fied service shop immediately. It is recom- mended that any problem you notice be...
Page 260 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Power steering fluid level Seats Parking brake Check the level through the reservoir. The Check that all front seat controls such as Check that the lever has the proper travel level should be in the “HOT” or “COLD” seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc.
Page 261: Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing
Be on the alert for changes in perfor- If you notice any of these clues, take your mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as Check that all doors and back door includ- indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
Page 262: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs
Toyota dealer comes on. In this case, your vehicle may to prepare the vehicle for re- testing. not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired.
Page 263 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 264: Engine Compartment Overview
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Engine compartment overview D1ZZ- FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine coolant reservoir 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse block 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9.
Page 265 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) D2ZZ- GE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine coolant reservoir 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse block 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Electric cooling fan 10.
Page 266: Fuse Locations
Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools.
Page 267 Do not leave anything that may z Add only “Toyota Super Long Life skin, wash thoroughly with soap burn easily, such as paper or rags, Coolant” or similar high quality eth- and water.
Page 268: Parts And Tools
Funnel (only for adding coolant) sure to wash it off with water to nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- prevent it from damaging the parts CHECKING BRAKE FLUID signed in metric sizes, so your tools must or paint.
Page 269: Positioning The Jack
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Positioning the jack CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): Fuse with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: Funnel Front Rear (four- wheel drive models) REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: When jacking up your vehicle with the...
Page 270 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) NOTICE Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the Make sure to place the jack correctly, jack. or your vehicle may be damaged. Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P”...
Page 271 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 272: Checking The Engine Oil Level
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking the engine oil level With the engine at operating tempera- If the oil level is below or only slightly ture and turned off, check the oil level above the low level, add engine oil of Low level Full level on the dipstick.
Page 273 ENGINE OIL SELECTION If SAE 5W- 30 oil is not available, SAE 10W- 30 oil may be used. However, it “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in should be replaced with SAE 5W- 30 at your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved the next oil change.
Page 274: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Mark is displayed on the front of cock and water pump. Toyota engines. the container. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- dealer test the cap pressure and check ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 275: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- Use of improper coolants may damage tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. your engine cooling system. Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”...
Page 276: Checking Brake Fluid
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid Remove and replace the reservoir cap by If hot hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted O.K. line. This brings the fluid to the correct If cold O.K. level when you put the cap back on.
Page 277: Precautions For Tires Of Four- Wheel Drive Models
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Precautions for tires of four- wheel drive models Clean all dirt from the outside of the res- D Use the manufacturer’s recom- CAUTION ervoir tank and look at the fluid level. If mended wheels. Do not use the fluid is cold, the level should be in the Observe the following instruc- wheels of different sizes and...
Page 278: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking tire inflation pressure D Always use a tire pressure Keep your tire inflation pressures at the proper level. gauge. The appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides, tire The recommended cold tire inflation inflation pressures that are even pressures, tire sizes and the com- just a few pounds off can degrade bined weight of occupants and cargo...
Page 279 If a tire frequently needs refilling, valve. In case of applying too have it checked by your Toyota deal- much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 280: Checking And Replacing Tires
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking and replacing tires The tires on your Toyota have built- in High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tread wear indicators to help you tion)— know when the tires need replace- D Poor handling ment. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indica-...
Page 281 If you are not speedometer/odometer calibration, have a greater damage. For sure, consult with your Toyota dealer. ground clearance, and clearance be- detailed information about tween the body and tires or snow...
Page 282 Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear D Do not mix radial, bias belted, tires be replaced at a time as a set.
Page 283: Rotating Tires
To equalize tire wear and help ex- Vehicles equipped with sure warning system is necessary tend tire life, Toyota recommends P215/50ZR17 tires: You have direc- after you have rotated your tires. that you rotate your tires accord- tional tires, and a turning indicator See “Tire pressure warning sys-...
Page 284: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Installing snow tires and chains WHEN SNOW TIRES SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION CAUTION CHAINS Snow tires should be installed on all Snow tires or chains are recommended wheels. Observe following instructions. when driving on snow or ice. Installing snow tires on the front wheels Otherwise, an accident may occur re- On wet or dry roads, conventional tires...
Page 285: Replacing Wheels
Correct replacement wheels are available (1/4—1/2 mile). avoid losing control of the vehicle. at your Toyota dealer. Otherwise an accident may occur. When installing chains on your tires, care- A wheel of a different size or type may fully follow the instructions of the chain adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- manufacturer.
Page 286: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
Otherwise, an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries. When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent Do not use wheels other than the and a plastic or rubber hammer. manufacturer’s recommended size,...
Page 287 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 288: Checking Battery Condition
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior Terminals Ground cable CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Page 289: Battery Recharging Precautions
Charging necessary. Have battery Dark White checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. Clear or Have battery Never recharge the battery while the light checked by your engine is running. Also, be sure all Toyota dealer.
Page 290: Checking And Replacing Fuses
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Checking and replacing fuses Type A fuses can be pulled out by using the pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out tool is shown in the illustration. Type A If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good.
Page 291: Adding Washer Fluid
You may use plain water as washer fluid. there is a problem with the electrical sys- However, in cold areas where tempera- tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as tures range below the freezing point, use soon as possible.
Page 292: Replacing Light Bulbs
Toyota dealer. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas Stop/tail and rear inside and require special handling. side marker 7443 21/5 They burst shatter lights scratched or dropped.
Page 293 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —Headlights (low beam) Bulb Light bulbs Type Interior lights — Personal lights (on the inside rear view mirror without compass) Personal lights (on the switch panel of the — electric moon roof) 1. Open the hood. Turn the bulb base 2.
Page 294 Aiming is not necessary after replacing clip and pull out and twist the air the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- cleaner duct unit as shown. essary, contact your Toyota dealer. Installing the clip 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 295 If the connector is tight, wiggle it. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 296 —Front fog lights and front turn signal lights lights If either the left or right front fog light bulbs burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not try to replace the front fog light bulbs by yourself. You may dam- age the vehicle.
Page 297 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —High mounted stoplight a: Stop/tail and rear side marker light Remove the clips and the cover. Removing the clips b: Rear turn signal light c: Back- up light Installing the clips 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 298 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) —License plate lights Remove the bolts with a Phillips- head Remove cover with flat- bladed screwdriver. screwdriver which wrapped with a cloth. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
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Page 301 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights ........Engine .
Page 302: Dimensions And Weights
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Dimensions and weights Engine Model: P215/50ZR17 P205/55R16 89H tires 1ZZ- FE and 2ZZ- GE P215/50R17 90H tires Type: Overall length mm (in.) 4350 (171.3) 4350 (171.3) 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Bore and stroke, mm (in.): Overall width mm (in.) 1775...
Page 303: Fuel
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Fuel Service specifications Fuel type: ENGINE “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved 1ZZ- FE engine Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87...
Page 304 Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5 use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IV” non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in long- life hybrid organic acid technology.
Page 305 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) TRANSFER BRAKES (four- wheel drive models) Minimum pedal clearance when depressed Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): with the force of 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf) 0.8 (0.8, 0.7) with the engine running, mm (in.): Without anti- lock brake system Oil type: 78 (3.07)
Page 306: Tires
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Tires Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure: kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire size Front Rear Wheel size P205/55R16 89H 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) 6 1/2JJ Two- wheel drive models P215/50ZR17 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) 7 JJ P215/50R17 90H...
Page 307: Fuses
’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Fuses 8. AMP 30 A: Car audio system 9. MAIN 30 A: Starting system, “AM2” fuse 10. DOME 15 A: Car audio system, navi- gation system, clock, personal lights, interior lights, open door warning light, wireless remote control system 11.
Page 308 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) 19. OBD 7.5 A: On- board diagnosis sys- 31. CIG 15 A: Power outlet (12 VDC/on 37. ABS NO.2 40 A (without vehicle sta- the instrument panel) or cigarette light- bility control system): Anti- lock brake er, car audio system, clock, shift lock system 20.
Page 309 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . 2005 MATRIX from Sep.
Page 310 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. 2005 MATRIX from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM12892U)
Page 311 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) qU−6 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ... D If your vehicle will not start ......... D If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 312: Occupant Restraint Systems
None of these systems, either individ- Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the read Section 1- 3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully.
Page 313: Event Data Recorder
Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section D Engine speed 1- 3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time D Whether the brake pedal was applied or not of ownership of this vehicle.
Page 314 D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: D Others D An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leas- For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s...
Page 315 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Your responsibility for Important health and safety maintenance information about your Toyota It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the speci- CAUTION fied maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- 6 is general maintenance.
Page 316: Installation Of A Mobile Two- Way Radio System
Toyota Toyota A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accessories The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require- for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. ments of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment You should know that Toyota does not warrant these prod- Standard.
Page 317 Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt preten- sioner removed and disposed of by the qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle. viii...
Page 318 ’05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Leak detection pump (two- wheel drive models) This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This check is done approximately five hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from under- neath the luggage compartment for several minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction.
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